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Re: similar conditionals

This structure usually relates to an imaginary, timeless situation: 'If that were true, I would do this.' However, in this instance, the use of 'tomorrow' makes the sentence more concrete.

It might be used when you were planning the journey, for instance.

2. "If we arrive tomorrow, that would be wonderful."

This structure relates to a journey that is a reality. The present tense in the 'if' clause shows that the sentence relates to a real event; the 'would' in the main clause shows that some doubt is attached to the outcome.

It might be used when you were at the airport. Your flight has been delayed; your journey is still 'real'; but some details are uncertain.

Re: similar conditionals

This structure usually relates to an imaginary, timeless situation: 'If that were true, I would do this.' However, in this instance, the use of 'tomorrow' makes the sentence more concrete.

It might be used when you were planning the journey, for instance.

2. "If we arrive tomorrow, that would be wonderful."

This structure relates to a journey that is a reality. The present tense in the 'if' clause shows that the sentence relates to a real event; the 'would' in the main clause shows that some doubt is attached to the outcome.

It might be used when you were at the airport. Your flight has been delayed; your journey is still 'real'; but some details are uncertain.

MrP

That is a very clear and interesting analysis, Mr P. Would you mind if I copied it to another language forum?